Having a baby is a lot of responsibility. Your new baby will depend on you for everything. Feeding, changing, and clothing your baby should be your number one priority. However choosing the right nursery furniture is equally important to keep your baby safe.

Nursery cribs are designed to keep your baby safe. When you are shopping for a nursery crib there are certain safety guidelines that should be followed.

Safety slats – it is important that the slats or spindles on the crib are no more than 2 3/8 inches apart.

Height requirement – it is very important that you make sure that the distance between the bottom of the mattress at its lowest setting is 26 inches or more. Many babies suffer serious head injuries and even death because they fell out to the crib due to improper height settings.

Mattresses – it is very important that you make sure that the mattress you purchase is firm. This will help your baby to grow properly. It is equally important that the mattress fits snugly onto the frame of the bed. There should be no more than one inch between the mattress and the side rail.

Construction – it is critical that you follow the assembly instructions very carefully. Many people shake the crib after it is constructed to make sure that it is durable.

These guidelines were developed to ensure the safety of babies. It is important that you research each of these areas very carefully before you purchase a crib.

You could go from store to store measuring nursery cribs, however this can be awkward, the simple solution would be to shop for nursery cribs online. It is not only more convenient and you can save a lot of money, the measurements for each crib is listed on the website. You can make sure that the crib meets the safety requirements are met before you purchase it.

A baby needs to feel safe and secure in his or her surroundings. A well made crib will help your baby to achieve that feeling of safety. Babies are a special gift, and keeping them safe is the responsibility of every parent.